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The Chainsaw · 03-24-2016, 09:03 PM

I am swapping in a semi-floater 14 bolt with disk brakes out of a 2000 silverado into my '72 C20. I need to weld new mounts on the 14 bolt anyways, and moving the leafs under the axle will get my desired ride height.

I want to still be able to tow my chevelle, but I am hearing varying opinions on all the weight on the U-bolts. If I am not mistaken, the coil spring rear is held by a single U-bolt with the spring on the control arm, so I am inclined to think that I will be fine.

Anybody have any thoughts?

03-24-2016, 09:03 PM	#1
The Chainsaw Registered User Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Orland, CA Posts: 103	Towing With Axle Flip Leaf Spring C20 I am swapping in a semi-floater 14 bolt with disk brakes out of a 2000 silverado into my '72 C20. I need to weld new mounts on the 14 bolt anyways, and moving the leafs under the axle will get my desired ride height. I want to still be able to tow my chevelle, but I am hearing varying opinions on all the weight on the U-bolts. If I am not mistaken, the coil spring rear is held by a single U-bolt with the spring on the control arm, so I am inclined to think that I will be fine. Anybody have any thoughts?



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